National Register of Historic Places

McKinley School

Vassar, Tuscola County, Michigan
Listed
March 23, 1972
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
72000655

About this property

The McKinley School is a former school building located at 510 Butler Street in Vassar, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. The first school in Vassar, a frame structure, was built in 1852; this was replaced in 1860 with a brick structure. As the population increased, an addition was made to that school in 1881. However, the district was still growing, and the decision was made to construct a second building to serve pupils living on the east side of the city. The McKinley School was constructed in 1886, and was originally known as the "East Primary Building." However, soon after the assassination of President William McKinley in 1901, the name was changed to the McKinley School. The building was used for classes by the school district until 1964. After that, it was used as storage by the school district until 1971, when it was sold to private owners. The school used to be a dance school. Currently a private residence. The McKinley School is a 1+1⁄2-story plain brick two-room schoolhouse on a stone foundation. The main entrance is through two double doors, located within an arched opening and surmounted by a fan light. The windows are in segmented arched openings. A 40 foot tall tower once held the school bell. Inside are two rooms, both 27 feet by 33 feet. A small kitchenette is in the rear, and the building contains bathrooms and a coatroom.

Location

510 Butler St.
Vassar, Tuscola County, Michigan
43.36811, -83.57648

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When was McKinley School listed on the National Register?

McKinley School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 23, 1972.

What type of historic resource is McKinley School?

McKinley School is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for McKinley School?

The period of significance for McKinley School is recorded as the industrial era.

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